1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GT | 220 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
