1968 Ferrari 365 GT 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 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (216 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT 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 26 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 GT | 320 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |