1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GT | 600 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
