2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 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 1140 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
