1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 37 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 192 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1355 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (410 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Ferrari 365 BB 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Ferrari Mercedes-Benz
Model 365 BB Sprinter
Year Released 1973 2010
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4388 cc 3000 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 380 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 7500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 440 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 2590 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 5906 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2024 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 2446 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3665 mm


 

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