2000 Ferrari F1 2000 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (604 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. (373 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F1 2000 | SL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 771 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 998 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
