1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| 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 | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
