1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 328 GTS | 220 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 15 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 | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |