2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena.
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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | KS 360 Modena | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3572 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 480 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |