1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1342 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GTE | 600 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 52 L |
