2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | C | 456 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 5474 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 435 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 110 L |
