1969 Ferrari 365 GTC vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC 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 (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC 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.
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1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 365 GTC | CL |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |