1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | E |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
