1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 TR | CLS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2874 mm |
