1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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 F355 (364 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F355 | W 110 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 142 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |