1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | E |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |
