1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1130 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 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 71 L |
