1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 266 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 365 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 BB has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 365 BB | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
