1960 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 (292 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 256 F1.
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:
| 1960 Ferrari 256 F1 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 256 F1 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 64 L |
