1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | C |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
