1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (470 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | SL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
