1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny

To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 894 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1985 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.

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1987 Ferrari Testarossa 1985 Suzuki Jimny
Make Ferrari Suzuki
Model Testarossa Jimny
Year Released 1987 1985
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 539 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 385 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 52 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 696 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2040 mm