1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 369 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (311 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GTE | E |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |