1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 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.
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1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Testarossa | 300 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3160 mm |