2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (298 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 165 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 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 360 | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.2 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
