1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 47 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 795 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | CL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 603 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
