2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 747 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F430 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
