1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 48 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
