1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 20 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) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 180 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GT | 230 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 180 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 | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
