1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR.
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 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 512 TR | S |
Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2744 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |