2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (287 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
