1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 300 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Testarossa | SL |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |