1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 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 76 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 127 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
