2000 Ferrari F1 2000 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. (518 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (631 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari F1 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F1 2000 | SL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 771 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
