1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (121 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 TR | C |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
