1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 49 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Ferrari GTO | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GTO | E |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 601 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1402 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |