1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 LM | S |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 529 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3165 mm |