1980 Ferrari Pinin vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Pinin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Pinin would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Pinin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Pinin (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Pinin should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 740 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Pinin.

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 Pinin (459 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Pinin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Pinin has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Pinin will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Ferrari Pinin 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Ferrari Mercedes-Benz
Model Pinin Sprinter
Year Released 1980 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 459 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 2570 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5906 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3665 mm


 

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