1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari GTO | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTO | CL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1690 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
