2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 5 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 (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Ferrari F430. (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 105 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F430 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2874 mm |
