1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. (242 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F355 | SL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
