1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4, 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
