Ferrari California vs Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Ferrari CaliforniaBase | Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMGSL 65 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | SL 65 AMG |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ferrari CaliforniaBase | Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMGSL 65 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $198,190 (best) | $222,000 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ferrari CaliforniaBase | Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMGSL 65 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG | 16 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 13 MPG | 13 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 19 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | — | 19.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ferrari CaliforniaBase | Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMGSL 65 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 483 hp | 621 hp (best) |
| Torque | 372 lb-ft | 738 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4.3 L | 6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V12 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ferrari CaliforniaBase | Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMGSL 65 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 13.5 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 4,211 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in (best) | 101.7 in |
| Length | 179.6 in | 182.7 in (best) |
| Width | — | 73.9 in (best) |
| Height | — | 51.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ferrari CaliforniaBase | Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMGSL 65 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 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 California | Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $198,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SL 65 AMG $222,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) |