2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F430 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 21 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 48 L |
