2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F430 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
