1975 Ferrari 312 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 312 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 312 (488 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 312 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 312 | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 488 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
