2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 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 138 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 55 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 456M | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1474 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2874 mm |
