1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 10 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maranello | 450 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 90 L |
