1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 512 M | 450 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4520 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |