2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2002 Ferrari 456M and 2002 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,499 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 456M (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 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 456M (551 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (479 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 456M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 456M | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 456M | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 3224 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
