2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 393 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
Model | CLK | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 474 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1214 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 86 L |