1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 361 kg more than 1977 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | CL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 88 L |
