1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
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 F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari F40 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F40 | Ponton |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2934 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |