1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 456. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 456. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 456. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 456 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 456 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 456 | C |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 66 L |
