2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 30 kg more than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena.
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 KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (241 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | KS 360 Modena | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3572 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 68.2 mm |
Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |