1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Testarossa | E |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
