2002 Ferrari Rossa vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari Rossa | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rossa | SLK |
Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |