1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari GTO (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO.
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 GTO (904 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTO | 600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 6329 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 | 904 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3910 mm |
