1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 710 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 LM | E |
Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |