1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 510 kg more than 1959 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (340 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GT | CLK |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 340 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |