1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 48 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1959 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 Testarossa | S |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |