1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 206 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2001 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | E |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
