1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Testarossa | 220 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 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 | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
