2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 176 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 360.
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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 360 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 360 | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |