1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 599. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 599. 2009 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | CLK GTR | 599 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 770 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
