1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 586 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Because 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GTE | Vito |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2951 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 78 L |