1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana

To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 296 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Ferrari Testarossa 2005 Suzuki Liana
Make Ferrari Suzuki
Model Testarossa Liana
Year Released 1984 2005
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 1585 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 386 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 275 km/hour 170 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1506 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 115 L 50 L


 

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