1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 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 560 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
