1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 195 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 400 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 Superamerica | E |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 80 L |