1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1993 Suzuki Swift

To start off, 1993 Suzuki Swift is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Suzuki Swift. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1993 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Because 1959 Ferrari 500 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 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Suzuki Swift. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 1993 Suzuki Swift
Make Ferrari Suzuki
Model 500 Testarossa Swift
Year Released 1959 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1296 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 75.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 830 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 40 L