1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 308 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 308 | 180 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
