1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (470 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 209 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Maranello. (563 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maranello | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 78 L |
