2012 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG
When comparing the 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia's and the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia's and the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is a better car than the 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia.
2012 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Pricing
A used 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia ranges from $144,780 to $234,350 while a used 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is priced between $199,125 to $289,750.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia’s base engine makes 562 horsepower, and the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG base engine makes 563 horsepower. The 458 Italia is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 386 miles. The SLS AMG is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. This gives the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
144780 - 234350
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
199125 - 289750
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Ferrari 458 Italia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ferrari 458 Italia Rankings
Not yet available
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 Ferrari 458 Italia Trim Levels
Base
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
562 hp @ 9000 rpm
Torque:
398 foot-lbs @ 6000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.185 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
563 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
479 foot-lbs @ 4750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.157 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
272 / 386 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
314 / 449 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
45 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3042 lbs
Width:
76.3 inches
Height:
47.8 inches
Length:
178.2 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3594 lbs
Width:
81.8 inches
Height:
49.7 inches
Length:
182.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/35ZR20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/35R19