1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 345 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 Superfast | CL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
