1969 Ferrari 365 GTS vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS. (364 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ferrari 365 GTS | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 GTS | 500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 120 L |