1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Lapin is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Lapin weights approximately 80 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Lapin, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Lapin |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
