2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,985 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari F430 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F430 | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 466 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |