1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 Superfast | 500 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 5.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 120 L |