1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 348 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 348 | 500 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |