1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (203 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 | C |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.2:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 66 L |