2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari 599 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 599 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 599 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 599 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 599 | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |