1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 470 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (289 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. (216 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 GTS | 250 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
