1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 180 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 Superamerica | S |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |