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Ferrari 488 Spider vs Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long

The Ferrari 488 Spider is a twin-turbo v8 convertible supercar. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long is a long-wheelbase flagship luxury saloon.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Specifications side by side

Ferrari 488 SpiderMercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long
Seats25
Engine3.9-litre twin-turbo V8-
Power670PS (660hp) at 8,000rpm-
0-60mph3.0 seconds-
Top speedapprox. 202mph-
Length-5,304mm
Width-1,921mm (excl. mirrors)
Boot capacity-515-535 litres (combustion engines)
Engine options-S350d L 4MATIC diesel, S450e L / S580e 4MATIC L plug-in hybrid, S500 L 4MATIC petrol

Sources: Ferrari 488 Spider, Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 488 Spider if...

An open-top V8 supercar hired for weddings, birthdays and other occasions where the noise and presence matter as much as the drive. Its folding hardtop makes it usable as a everyday-ish hire car in good weather, unlike a fixed-roof track special.

Full 488 Spider specifications →

Buy or hire the S-Class Saloon Long if...

Mercedes' flagship saloon in long-wheelbase form, the standard car for UK chauffeur firms rather than self-drive hire. The extended wheelbase adds rear legroom rather than luggage space, which stays much the same as the standard car.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Ferrari 488 Spider and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long?

The Ferrari 488 Spider is a twin-turbo V8 convertible supercar; the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Saloon Long is a long-wheelbase flagship luxury saloon.

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