1993 Ferrari 456 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ferrari 456 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 456 | C |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |