1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL. (523 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 741 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari F40. (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F40 | SL |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2585 mm |
