1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 334 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348.
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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 348 | E |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
