1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE.
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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 GTC | SE |
Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |