1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 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 148 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 352 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
