1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 44 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 74 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (222 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 155 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 330 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | C |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |