1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 418 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 410 Superamerica | CLK |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |