2007 Ferrari 612 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 612 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ferrari 612 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 612 | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 70 L |