1965 Ferrari 512 F1 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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.
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1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 512 F1 | 220 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 770 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |