2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 360 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 360 | 200 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |