1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 4,554 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (305 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 695 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia.

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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Ferrari Mercedes-Benz
Model 375 Mille Miglia CLS
Year Released 1955 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4554 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1735 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2875 mm