1998 Ferrari 355 TS vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1998 Ferrari 355 TS and 1998 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (362 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 TS.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 TS. (363 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 TS | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 355 TS | S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5786 cc |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 88 L |
