1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 42 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 330 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
