2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ferrari F430. (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F430 | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 466 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |