1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GTE | CL |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 90 L |