2005 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 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, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari Maranello | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maranello | 300S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 85 L |
