2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 575M Maranello | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |