2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 360 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
