1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 48 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 (475 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (286 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Testarossa | 350 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 65.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
