1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | 190 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 64 L |
