1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP) has 370 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari Maranello | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maranello | Viano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 75 L |
