2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, both 2009 Ferrari F430 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 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 F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ferrari F430 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Ferrari Mercedes-Benz
Model F430 E
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4308 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 503 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.8:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 320 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 3.6 seconds 6.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1458 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.1 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 80 L


 

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