1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 950 kg more than 1973 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari Dino 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:
| 1973 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | CL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2954 mm |
