2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. (432 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 612.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 612. (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 612. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 612 | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 90 L |
