1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. (231 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F355 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
