1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1179 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F399 | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 606 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
