2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 411 kg more than 2012 Ferrari 599.
Because 2012 Ferrari 599 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Vito | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | Vito | 599 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2151 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.5 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 105 L |
