1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 355 Spider | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
