1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 425 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GT | E |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |