2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Ferrari 550. (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Ferrari 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 550. (597 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 550. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 550 | SL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
