1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 730 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, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
