1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (604 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 522 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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 CL (1,000 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari F40. (721 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari F40. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F40 | CL |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 88 L |
