2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 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 Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Maranello | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 62 L |
