1988 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 11 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 412 GT.
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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 412 GT | 1994 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 412 GT | S |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
