2004 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (402 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Maranello.
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 CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari Maranello. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ferrari Maranello | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Maranello | CLS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |