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Compare the2027 Ferrari 849 Testarossa VS 2026 Mercedes AMG GT

2026 Mercedes AMG GT2027 Ferrari 849 Testarossa

Safety

To provide maximum traction and stability on all roads, All-Wheel Drive is standard on the 849 Testarossa. But it costs extra on the Mercedes AMG GT.

The 849 Testarossa’s standard lane departure warning system alerts a temporarily inattentive driver when the vehicle begins to leave its lane and gently nudges the vehicle back towards its lane. A lane departure warning system costs extra on the Mercedes AMG GT.

Both the 849 Testarossa and the Mercedes AMG GT have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning, driver alert monitors and available around view monitors.

Warranty

The 849 Testarossa comes with a full 3-year/unlimited-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire car and includes free 24-hour roadside assistance. The AMG GT’s 50,000-mile basic warranty expires sooner.

Ferrari pays for scheduled maintenance on the 849 Testarossa for 7 years and unlimited miles. Ferrari will pay for oil changes, air filter replacements, brake fluid replacement, inspections, and any other required maintenance. Mercedes doesn’t pay scheduled maintenance for the AMG GT.

Engine

The 849 Testarossa’s 4.0 turbo V8 hybrid produces 620 more horsepower (1036 vs. 416) than the Mercedes AMG GT 43’s standard 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder hybrid. The 849 Testarossa’s 4.0 turbo V8 hybrid produces 567 more horsepower (1036 vs. 469) than the Mercedes AMG GT 55’s standard 4.0 turbo V8. The 849 Testarossa’s 4.0 turbo V8 hybrid produces 459 more horsepower (1036 vs. 577) than the Mercedes AMG GT 63 4MATIC+’s standard 4.0 turbo V8. The 849 Testarossa’s 4.0 turbo V8 hybrid produces 231 more horsepower (1036 vs. 805) than the Mercedes AMG GT 63 S E Performance’s standard 4.0 turbo V8 hybrid.

Fuel Economy and Range

The 849 Testarossa can travel with zero emissions on electricity, only, on a full charge for 15 miles. The Mercedes AMG GT 63 S E Performance has to start its internal combustion engine after only 11 miles.

The 849 Testarossa has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The Mercedes AMG GT doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

Brakes and Stopping

For better stopping power the 849 Testarossa’s standard brake rotors are larger than those on the Mercedes AMG GT:

849 Testarossa

AMG GT

Front Rotors

16.1 inches

15.4 inches

Rear Rotors

14.6 inches

14.2 inches

Tires and Wheels

For better traction, the 849 Testarossa has larger tires than the Mercedes AMG GT (F:265/35R20 & R:325/30R20 vs. F:255/45R19 & R:285/40R19).

The 849 Testarossa’s 265/35R20 front and 325/30R20 rear tires provide better handling because they have a lower 35 series front and 30 series rear profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the Mercedes AMG GT 43’s standard 45 series front and 40 series rear tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the 849 Testarossa has standard 20-inch wheels. Smaller 19-inch wheels are standard on the Mercedes AMG GT 43.

Suspension and Handling

For better maneuverability, the 849 Testarossa’s turning circle is 4.5 feet tighter than the Mercedes AMG GT’s (38.7 feet vs. 43.2 feet).

Chassis

The Ferrari 849 Testarossa may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs about 550 to 1150 pounds less than the Mercedes AMG GT.

The 849 Testarossa’s standard power retractable hardtop allows a seamless transition from an open car, to a completely sealed coupe. The Mercedes AMG GT doesn’t offer a retractable hardtop.

Cargo Capacity

With its coupe body style and remote trunk release lockout, the 849 Testarossa offers cargo security. The Mercedes AMG GT’s hatchback body style, non-lockable folding seat and non-lockable remote release defeat cargo security.

Ergonomics

The 849 Testarossa’s instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge - which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights’ don’t warn you until damage has been done. The Mercedes AMG GT does not have an oil pressure gauge.

Model Availability

The Ferrari 849 Testarossa comes in coupe and convertible bodystyles; the Mercedes AMG GT isn’t available as a convertible.