1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 13 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 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 1992 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | G |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
