1990 Ferrari F1 90 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari F1 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari F1 90 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 (671 HP @ 12750 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. (317 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F1 90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F1 90.
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.
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1990 Ferrari F1 90 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F1 90 | S |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 12750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 505 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2140 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |