2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 285 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F430 | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4309 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2873 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |