1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 456 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1993 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 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ferrari 456.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | 456 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 110 L |
