1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi

To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa 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 200 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 60 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1987 Ferrari 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 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi, 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari Testarossa 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
Make Ferrari Suzuki
Model Testarossa Kizashi
Year Released 1987 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4651 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2700 mm


 

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