1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 730 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 LM | E |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 65 L |