2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari F430 and 2004 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Ferrari F430.
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 F430 (474 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F430 | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4307 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 62 L |