2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari 456M and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. (377 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. (391 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 456M | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 90 L |
