1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 TR | 200 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1987 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
