1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (409 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
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 SLK (540 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. (364 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 365 GT | SLK |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4146 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
