2013 Mercedes-Benz M vs. 2013 Ferrari California

To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz M and 2013 Ferrari California were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 579 kg more than 2013 Ferrari California.

Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ferrari California. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (601 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ferrari California. (504 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ferrari California.

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2013 Mercedes-Benz M 2013 Ferrari California
Make Mercedes-Benz Ferrari
Model M California
Year Released 2013 2013
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Type electric V
Horse Power 397 HP 0 HP
Torque 601 Nm 504 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type 6-speed manual 6-speed manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2288 kg 1709 kg
Vehicle Length 4804 mm 4562 mm
Vehicle Width 2141 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1796 mm 1308 mm
Wheelbase Size 2915 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.5 L/100km 13.1 L/100km