1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 TR | E |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1735 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
