1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT 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 192 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Because 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz G.
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1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1984 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 GT | G |
Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |