2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 639 kg more than 2010 Ascari A10.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2010 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ascari |
| Model | E500 | A10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2636 mm |
