1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 46 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 99 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 465 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Liana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
