2000 Ferrari 360 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. (317 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 360.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 360 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 360 | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3585 cc | 4971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |