1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (143 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 BB | W 110 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1897 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 143 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |