1998 Ferrari 355 TS vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 1998 Ferrari 355 TS and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 TS weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS (363 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 TS | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 355 TS | CLK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 69 L |
