1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz G.
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1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 Testarossa | G |
Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |