2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F430 | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |