1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 121 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 Superamerica | E |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1711 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 66 L |