1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1978 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. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |
