1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 23 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 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 89 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400.
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 (461 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | E |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 80 L |
