1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo.
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.
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1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 512 BBi Turbo | 300 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 653 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3160 mm |