1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (240 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 416 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 Mille Miglia | E |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1506 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 65 L |
