1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 400. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 70 L |
