2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 360 | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2840 mm |
