2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1430 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F430 | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 6329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3910 mm |