1963 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM 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 375 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
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 @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ferrari 250 LM | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 LM | C |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2148 cc |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 66 L |