1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 160 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 250 GT 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Ferrari Mercedes-Benz
Model 250 GT C
Year Released 1958 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 260 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58.8 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 203 km/hour 234 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1475 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 62 L