1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 48 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 357 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 330. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 330. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
