1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 165 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, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 412 GT | E |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 68.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 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 | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |