2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1977 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1977 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 85 L |
