1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 GT | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 365 GT | C |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |
