2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena.
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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | KS 360 Modena | 600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3572 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 52 L |