1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 295 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 208 | E |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
