1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 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 85 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
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, 1966 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
