1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (301 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S (460 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | S |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 88 L |
