2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 533 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 599 | 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 599 | W 110 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |