1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1970 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 365 GT | E |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
