1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Ferrari GTO (255 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTO | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
