2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 9 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Ferrari California. (460 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Ferrari California. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Ferrari California. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ferrari California. (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ferrari California. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari California will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Ferrari California | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
Model | S | California |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 801 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 78 L |