1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 581 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 318 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F50 | C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 376 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 66 L |
