1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (469 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1013 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F50. (520 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F50. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F50 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 376 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
