2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (287 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Maranello.
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 Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Maranello | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maranello | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
