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 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 4200 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 195 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm). 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 | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
