1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
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1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Testarossa | 300B |
Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3050 mm |