1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 47 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 3,723 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (242 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1115 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 88 L |
