2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello (515 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 322 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
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 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 575M Maranello | SLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 53 L |
