1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 51 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
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 512 BBi (451 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 BBi | C |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
