2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari Enzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari Enzo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. (510 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 910 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Enzo.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari Enzo. (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari Enzo. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari Enzo has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari Enzo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Enzo | CL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
