1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 208 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
