2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (349 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 99 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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 575M Maranello | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 62 L |