1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari F40 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F40 | 220 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 85 L |