1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | CL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | TBD |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2955 mm |
