1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 235 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 42 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 BB | 220 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2195 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
