1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 240 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | CL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 88 L |
