2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari Enzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari Enzo 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 158 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (493 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 875 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari Enzo. (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Enzo | S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |
