2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
