1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 (380 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 773 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. (434 Nm). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 111 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
