2012 Ferrari FF vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari FF weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari FF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF 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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ferrari FF | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | FF | SLK |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6300 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 651 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 683 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1379 mm | 1300 mm |