1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F40 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1385 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |
