2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
Model | SLK | 599 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 105 L |