1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 260 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 283 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 BB | 230 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2308 cc |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 179 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3400 mm |