1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (231 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 231 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 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
