1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 599.
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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
Model | 500 | 599 |
Year Released | 1941 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 608 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 105 L |