1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 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 589 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 693 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F50 | E |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.7 mm |
Top Speed | 376 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |