2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 458 Italia | G |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 96 L |
