1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 500 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GT | CLS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
