2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 290 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maranello | 250 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 82 L |
