2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | C | F430 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 311 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |
