1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 849 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GT | CL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
