1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (229 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 530 kg more than 1967 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari Dino. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Ferrari Dino | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dino | E |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |