2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1490 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 360. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 360 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 360 | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
