2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
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 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 612 | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2915 mm |