1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 690 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
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, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 340 Mexico | CLK |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4101 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 159 L | 62 L |