1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 550 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB.
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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 365 BB | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
