1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 45 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 49 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 933 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 365 GTB | M |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2915 mm |
