1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 90 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
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 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 330 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | C |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |