1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 25 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 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 208 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
