2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. 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 327 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 575M Maranello | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 62 L |
