1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 90 kg more than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (364 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 365 GT | 300S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
