1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 215 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2006 Suzuki Forenza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 250 LM | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 55 L |
