1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 329 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F355 | Ponton |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |