1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 815 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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 CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GTO | CLK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 62 L |
