1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 30 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 111 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 882 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTO | SL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
