2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 360 | 230 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3060 mm |
