1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,222 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 935 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GTO | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 80 L |
