1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 175 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (231 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 BB | C |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 218 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 | 1400 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 66 L |
