1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 575 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (261 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GTO | C |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 261 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 240 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 | 915 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 62 L |