2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 360 | 300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3573 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |