1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 51 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 215 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 426 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 400 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito, 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 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Vito |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 78 L |