1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (175 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica 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 4 kg more than 1962 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 Superamerica | C |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 62 L |