1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GT | 220 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |