1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (349 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 M | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5439 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
