1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 651 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
