1962 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is newer by 5 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 25 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GTE | 220 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 64 L |