2005 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (652 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 523 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari Enzo | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Enzo | CLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 652 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 657 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |