1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (235 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 308 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
