1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 126 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) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Testarossa | C |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
