1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | W 111 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
