2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. (323 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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 (597 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. (450 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
