Ferrari California vs Mercedes-Benz SL600
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Mercedes-Benz SL600
Overview
| Spec | Ferrari CaliforniaBase | Mercedes-Benz SL600SL600 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | SL600 |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ferrari CaliforniaBase | Mercedes-Benz SL600SL600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $198,190 | $139,100 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ferrari CaliforniaBase | Mercedes-Benz SL600SL600 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| City MPG | 13 MPG (best) | 11 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Fuel tank | — | 21.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ferrari CaliforniaBase | Mercedes-Benz SL600SL600 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 483 hp | 510 hp (best) |
| Torque | 372 lb-ft | 612 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4.3 L | 5.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V12 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ferrari CaliforniaBase | Mercedes-Benz SL600SL600 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 10.2 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 4,455 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in (best) | 100.8 in |
| Length | 179.6 in (best) | 178.5 in |
| Width | — | 71.5 in (best) |
| Height | — | 51 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ferrari CaliforniaBase | Mercedes-Benz SL600SL600 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | None reported (best) |
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 California | Mercedes-Benz SL600 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $198,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SL600 $139,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
Ferrari California vs Mercedes-Benz SL600 FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 Ferrari California or 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL600?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 Ferrari California vs 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL600 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2014 Ferrari California or 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL600?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL600 starts lower at $139,100.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 Ferrari California or 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL600?
- The 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL600 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (139,100).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 Ferrari California or 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL600?
- The 2014 Ferrari California leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (15).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 Ferrari California or 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL600?
- The 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL600 leads on horsepower in this comparison (510).
- Which has better seats: 2014 Ferrari California or 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL600?
- The 2014 Ferrari California leads on seats in this comparison (4).