1999 Ferrari F399 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 F399 (373 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F399 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F399 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
