1964 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 43 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 LM | CL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 90 L |
