2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Ferrari 360. (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 556 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 360 | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2874 mm |
