1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (88 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 435 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
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1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 Testarossa | A |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 54 L |