1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 840 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 LM | CL |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 88 L |