1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (237 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GTO | M |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 15.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2915 mm |