1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 740 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | CLK |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
