2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 63 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (515 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
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, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 575M Maranello | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 120 L |
