1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2840 mm |
