2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 307 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. (157 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | 220 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 65 L |
