2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 385 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ferrari F430. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F430 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
