1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330.
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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
