1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 982 kg more than 2012 Ferrari FF.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | FF |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1379 mm |
