1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 41 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (58 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 440 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 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 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A.
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1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 Testarossa | A |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 54 L |