1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (493 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F50. (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F50 | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 88 L |