2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (343 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 14 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 456M | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
