1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 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 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2009 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 Superamerica | E |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 80 L |