1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 40 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 385 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari 330 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | S |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |