1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 330 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (136 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 272 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. (219 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | 300B |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3050 mm |
