1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 M | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 512 M | CLK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1795 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
