1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. (432 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1220 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F50. (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F50. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F50 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F50 | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 671 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 371 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 90 L |