1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 GT | 560 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |