1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa 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 198 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Testarossa | R |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3216 mm |