1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 670 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 GT | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 365 GT | CL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
