2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1380 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 360 | CLC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
