1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Reno is newer by 49 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 800 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, 2008 Suzuki Reno, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2008 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Reno |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
