1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1967 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 285 kg more than 1967 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari Dino. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Ferrari Dino | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dino | CLS |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |