1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 288 GTO | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 62 L |
