Ferrari 488 Pista Spider vs Mercedes-Benz SL450
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450
Overview
| Spec | Ferrari 488 Pista SpiderBase | Mercedes-Benz SL450SL 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | SL 450 |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | — | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | — | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | — | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | — | gas |
| Model year | 2021 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ferrari 488 Pista SpiderBase | Mercedes-Benz SL450SL 450 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $91,000 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ferrari 488 Pista SpiderBase | Mercedes-Benz SL450SL 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 28 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | — | 19.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ferrari 488 Pista SpiderBase | Mercedes-Benz SL450SL 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | — | 362 hp (best) |
| Torque | — | 369 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | — | 3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ferrari 488 Pista SpiderBase | Mercedes-Benz SL450SL 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | — | 2 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 13.5 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 3,825 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 3.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | — | 101.8 in (best) |
| Length | — | 182.3 in (best) |
| Width | — | 73.9 in (best) |
| Height | — | 51.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ferrari 488 Pista SpiderBase | Mercedes-Benz SL450SL 450 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ferrari 488 Pista Spider | Mercedes-Benz SL450 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SL 450 $91,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
Ferrari 488 Pista Spider vs Mercedes-Benz SL450 FAQ
- Which is better: 2021 Ferrari 488 Pista Spider or 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2021 Ferrari 488 Pista Spider vs 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2021 Ferrari 488 Pista Spider or 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2021 Ferrari 488 Pista Spider starts lower at $0.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2021 Ferrari 488 Pista Spider or 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450?
- The 2021 Ferrari 488 Pista Spider leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2021 Ferrari 488 Pista Spider or 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450?
- The 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
- Which has better horsepower: 2021 Ferrari 488 Pista Spider or 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450?
- The 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450 leads on horsepower in this comparison (362).
- Which has better seats: 2021 Ferrari 488 Pista Spider or 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450?
- The 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL450 leads on seats in this comparison (2).