1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 400 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari F40 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F40 | CLK |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2934 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |