1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 515 kg more than 1977 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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1977 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 GT4 | S |
Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |