1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 71 L |
