1972 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 100 kg more than 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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, 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC (430 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 365 GTC | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
