2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pininfarina Rossa would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. (485 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Pininfarina Rossa.
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 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. (570 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2000 Pininfarina Rossa has manual transmission. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pininfarina |
| Model | E | Rossa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
