1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 605 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 66 L |
