2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 374 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 575M Maranello | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 65 L |
