1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 22 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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.
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1959 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 410 Superamerica | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4962 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |