1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz E 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 261 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 122 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1971 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 512 BB | E |
Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1988 cc |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |