2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 612 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3910 mm |
