1998 Ferrari 456M 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 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 5 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
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 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari 456M | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 456M | E |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |