1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari GTO. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 451 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO. 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (480 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTO | E |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 904 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1676 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2840 mm |
