2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision

To start off, both 2000 Ferrari 550 and 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (189 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ferrari 550 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision
Make Ferrari Mercedes-Benz
Model 550 Vision
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5473 cc 1899 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 485 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 597 Nm 189 Nm
Top Speed 321 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 950 kg
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2940 mm


 

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