2007 Ferrari 612 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 612 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 612.
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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 612 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 612 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3050 mm |
