1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 45 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GT | C |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
