1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 208 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
