1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 290 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Ferrari Mercedes-Benz
Model 400 Superamerica SL
Year Released 1962 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3967 cc 2305 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 119 L 63 L


 

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