2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 607 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 360 | S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |
