1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (345 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 355 Spider | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 120 L |
