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Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 830 HP), boot space and price (41,300 £ vs 338,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes C-Class Saloon or Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe?

Mercedes C-Class Saloon vs Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe: Key differences

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • significantly more trunk space
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Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe

  • moderately more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

C-Class Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mercedes C-Class Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 41,300 £ , while the Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe costs 338,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 297,246 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon uses 4.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe with 15.5 L/100km. The difference is about 11 L/100km.

12Cilindri Coupe

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe offers moderately more power – delivering 830 HP compared to 680 HP. That’s roughly 150 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 2.9 s, while the Mercedes C-Class Saloon takes 3.4 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes C-Class Saloon delivers clearly more torque with 1,020 Nm compared to 678 Nm. That’s about 342 Nm more.

C-Class Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe is barely lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 1,695 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes C-Class Saloon offers significantly more boot space – 455 L compared to 270 L. That’s a difference of about 185 L.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £41,300
C-Class Saloon

Mercedes C-Class Saloon

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 183 - 680 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 11 km
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Mercedes C-Class Saloon

The Mercedes C‑Class is the compact executive that dresses like it owns the boulevard, with an interior that blends modern elegance and plush comfort to make everyday driving feel unexpectedly special. On the road it pairs poise with a hint of cheeky agility, rewarding drivers who want refinement without forfeiting a touch of fun — and yes, it still looks great in the driveway.

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The Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe is an intoxicating blend of old-school drama and modern composure, with a soundtrack and presence that steals attention wherever it goes. It’s a car for someone who wants more than transportation — a daily piece of theatre that rewards bold driving and refuses to be subtle, but it will happily demand commitment in return.

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Ferrari 12Cilindri Coupe

Costs and Consumption
Price
41,300 - 103,400 £
Price
338,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
15.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
11 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
119 - 205 g/km
co2
353 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
92 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,695 - 2,165 kg
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 455 L
Trunk capacity
270 L
Length
-
Length
4,733 mm
Width
1,820 - 1,900 mm
Width
1,980 mm
Height
-
Height
1,292 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 - 570 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
183 - 680 HP
Power HP
830 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
340 km/h
Torque
250 - 1,020 Nm
Torque
678 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
12
Power kW
135 - 500 kW
Power kW
611 kW
Engine capacity
1,496 - 1,999 cm3
Engine capacity
6,496 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Ferrari
What drivetrain options does the Mercedes C-Class Saloon have?

The Mercedes C-Class Saloon is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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