1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 456 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
