1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 400.
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1985 Ferrari 400 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300D | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 | 300D |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 71 L |