1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa 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 242 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 540 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (330 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Testarossa | Viano |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3090 mm |
