1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 512 BB | 320 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3208 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3310 mm |