1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 51 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 153 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 495 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4, 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 50 L |
