1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari F355. (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F355. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F355 | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
