2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Ferrari F430. (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2006 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F430 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 97 L |
