1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 167 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 250 GT | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
