1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 36 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 749 kg more than 1957 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GT | 280 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
