2000 Ferrari F1 2000 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 646 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 F1 2000 (373 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F1 2000 | G |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 771 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2410 mm |
