1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 135 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 723 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | ML |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
