1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (192 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330GT | 190 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
