1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1977 Ferrari Dino is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1977 Ferrari Dino (264 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm). This means 1977 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | 300 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
