1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F40 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2525 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
