2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F430 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| 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 | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
