1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 245 kg more than 1960 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | E |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 80 L |
