1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia has automatic transmission and 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 has manual transmission. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
Model | C 111 | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4500 cc |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |