1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (343 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 676 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F50 | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1676 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |