2000 Ferrari F1 2000 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 579 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (192 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 F1 2000 (373 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F1 2000 | 190 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 771 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
