1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 930 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F50 | G |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
