1975 Ferrari 208 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 440 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 208 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 208 | C |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
