1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 690 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 LM | CLK |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 62 L |