1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 600 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. 2000 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. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F50 | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.7 mm |
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 | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |