1995 Ferrari F55 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 1995 Ferrari F55 and 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F55 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 535 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F55.
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, 1995 Ferrari F55 (759 Nm) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (191 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari F55 has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari F55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F55 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F55 | SLK |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 191 Nm |
Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2050 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |