1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 17 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 255 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 145 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 Superamerica | 300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3005 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 65 L |