1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 671 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 779 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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 F399 (373 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F399 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F399 | W 110 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 142 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 52 L |