1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 M | C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
