2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (445 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari 612. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 612 | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
