2004 Ferrari Enzo vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari Enzo and 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (493 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 594 kg more than 2004 Ferrari Enzo.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari Enzo. (657 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari Enzo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari Enzo | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Enzo | SL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 653 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 657 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 91 L |