1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 275 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (220 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275.
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, 1966 Ferrari 275 (294 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (265 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari 275 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 275 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
