2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano 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 370 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | S | 599 GTB Fiorano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 105 L |
