1994 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 2 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, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M 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 615 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari F512 M has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari F512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F512 M | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F512 M | 600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
