2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari F430 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Ferrari F430. (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 722 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ferrari F430 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | F430 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.1 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |