1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (320 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 590 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | CL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 90 L |
