1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. 1979 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 has manual transmission. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
