2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 360 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
