2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari F550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (542 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari F550 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari F550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F550 | R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3216 mm |
