1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 550.
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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 62 L |
