1974 Ferrari Dino vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 216 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ferrari Dino | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | C |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
