2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F430 | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |