1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 415 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 2146 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 795 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | SL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
