1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (219 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F355 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
