1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GTO | E |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 80 L |
