2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena 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 KS 360 Modena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena would be higher. At 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena 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.
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2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | KS 360 Modena | C |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3572 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 400 Nm |
Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 218 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 66 L |