1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | E |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4821 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 88 L |
