2002 Ferrari 550 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2002 Ferrari 550 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 550.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 550 (570 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (401 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 550 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 88 L |
