1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 40 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari 330 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | E |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |