1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 21 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 210 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Mercury Milan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | Testarossa | Milan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2728 mm |
