2001 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2001 Ferrari Maranello.
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 Maranello (568 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (441 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari Maranello | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Maranello | E500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 80 L |