1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (182 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 GTB | 190 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 70 L |