1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (343 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 479 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 365 GTB | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 80 L |
