1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F50 | C |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 62 L |