2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 308 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 360.
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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 360 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 360 | 300 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
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 | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |