2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (383 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ferrari F430 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F430 | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 466 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |