2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 360 | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
