1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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.
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1997 Ferrari F355 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F355 | 190 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |