2003 Ferrari 612 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 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (355 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 234 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 612 (588 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (511 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 612 | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 62 L |
