2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. 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 16 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (469 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 146 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 550. (597 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |