2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 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 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | C | 599 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 612 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 331 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 105 L |
