1987 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT.
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 CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari 412 GT has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari 412 GT | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 412 GT | CLS |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |