1996 Ferrari F512 M vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 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 F512 M (719 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F512 M | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F512 M | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7255 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
