1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari F355 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:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F355 | C |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |