1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari California weights approximately 352 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2011 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | 220 | California |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
