2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 205 more horse power than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena. (773 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | KS 360 Modena | SL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3572 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
