1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 353 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 410 Superamerica | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
