2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 612 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
