1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 GTO | CL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 90 L |
