2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 51 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 612 | 300B |
Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3050 mm |