2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 10 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 351 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1142 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | A |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
