1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 50 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 775 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GT | S |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |