2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (604 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 599. (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 599.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 599 | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5982 cc |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 88 L |
