1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
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 Mondial (363 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (341 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Mondial | C |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 341 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1785 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |