2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (454 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 105 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 550. (597 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 550. 2012 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5473 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 600 Nm |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
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 Weight | 1690 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |