1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR 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 229 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 TR | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3196 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
