1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 565 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (520 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. (240 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F50 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 376 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
