1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 656 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 62 L |
