1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | Testarossa | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 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 | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |
