A rude poster might tell you to use the search feature, Randy, but I'm much too polite.
There is no doubt that Business Elite is superior to most business classes on conventional Y/C/F planes.
Is it better than international first? I've only flown international first on two airlines -- Air France and United. Both were superior to Business Elite.
I actually like Air France L'Espace 127 better than Delta's Business Elite (this definately seems to be a minority opinion). One reason for me is the planes that Air France flies (747, A340). And no one can beat the food on Air France, IMHO.