2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 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 386 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F430 | 220 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
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 | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |