1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 310 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 365 GT | 220 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
