1967 Ferrari 330 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (305 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 302 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 330. 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, 1967 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (370 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 330 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
