1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,520 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 498 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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, 1974 Mercedes-Benz S (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1974 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 208 | S |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
