1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 385 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
