1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 29 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 613 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 208 | E |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1845 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
