1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 1240 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 62 L |
