1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,389 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 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.
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1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 GT4 | 300 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4389 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |