1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 46 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 113 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 330GT has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 330GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330GT | R |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
