2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 370 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | 190 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 100 L |