1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 412 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2649 mm |
