1969 Ferrari Dino 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 Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino 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:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
