2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,571 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 360 | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3571 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
