2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari Rossa | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rossa | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 120 L |