1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
