1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 38 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 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (101 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1997 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GT | A |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 54 L |
