2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 360 | 500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |