2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pininfarina Rossa would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 344 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster 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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa 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 | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pininfarina |
| Model | C | Rossa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
