1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 234 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 TR | 300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2962 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
