1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 49 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | SLK |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
