1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (376 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 100 kg more than 1995 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 TR | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5956 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
