1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 66 kg more than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 BB | 300 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |
