1967 Ferrari 365 California vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 305 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (363 Nm). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 365 California has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 365 California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Ferrari 365 California | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 California | SL |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 580 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 80 L |