2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 575 Superamerica | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
