1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari F355. (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F355 | CL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
