2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Rossa would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Rossa has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Rossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Rossa | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rossa | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 90 L |
