1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 380 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dino | E |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |