1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 286 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 BBi | CLK |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 62 L |
