1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR.
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 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 512 TR | 300B |
Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2996 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
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 | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3050 mm |