1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 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 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari F40. (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari F40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 929 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari F40. (575 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari F40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F40 | CL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 88 L |
