1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 345 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2004 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 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 | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
