1972 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 169 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. (430 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC has manual transmission. 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 GTC | 560 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |