1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 512 TR | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
