1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2002 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 44 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 233 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 286 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2002 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
