1958 Ferrari Dino vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari Dino (225 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari Dino 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 981 kg more than 1958 Ferrari Dino.
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.
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| 1958 Ferrari Dino | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | E |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
