2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (515 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (507 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello. (589 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 575M Maranello | CLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
