1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 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 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 650 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Testarossa | S |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3090 mm |
