1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (220 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 60 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 330GT.
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 330GT (391 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (312 Nm). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 330GT has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 330GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330GT | CLK |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
