2004 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Enzo.
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 Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari Enzo | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Enzo | 300B |
Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 653 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 657 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 350 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |