1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280.
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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
Model | 280 | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2745 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2649 mm |