2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 7 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano 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 50 kg more than 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (469 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 599 GTB Fiorano | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2700 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 | 1765 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
