1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 GTS | 600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3910 mm |
