1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 436 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F50 | 190 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |