1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 Superfast | SL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
