1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 98 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 355 Spider | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 88 L |
