1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 315 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Testarossa | SL |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 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 | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |