2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari Enzo | 2001 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Enzo | E |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 651 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 658 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |