2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
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 456M (540 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 456M | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 456M | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |