1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 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, both vehicles can yield 500 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 M | 600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6330 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3910 mm |
