1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 400 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 | C |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 170 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 62 L |