1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 225 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Testarossa | SC |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
