1998 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 Ferrari FF.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
| Model | CL | FF |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5786 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 367 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1379 mm |
