2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 360 | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
