1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Ferrari F40 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1306 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari F40 | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F40 | 500 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 5.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 120 L |