2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (345 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. 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 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 612 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 120 L |
