2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.
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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320. (223 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 612 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 3208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |
