1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 3 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 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 633 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (385 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F50 | E |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 376 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
