2004 Ferrari Superamerica vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari Superamerica would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. (493 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica.
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 CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Superamerica | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Superamerica | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
