1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Ferrari F355. (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F355 | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2874 mm |
