1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (277 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 481 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
