1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F355 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F355 | 300 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 260 Nm |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |