1991 Italdesign M12 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, both 1991 Italdesign M12 and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (287 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
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 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Italdesign M12 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M12 | 400 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 287 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Top Speed | 304 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |