1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 158 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 27 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 GTS | 220 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 85 L |
