1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2761 mm |
