2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 456M.
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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (470 Nm). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 456M | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
