1966 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1148 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 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 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1966 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:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 LM | CL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 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 |
