1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 366 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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 F355 (363 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F355 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
