2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F430 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4306 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
