1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 880 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 Testarossa | S |
Year Released | 1957 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |