1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 247 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S.
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1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 328 GTS | 300S |
Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |