1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 31 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 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 220 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ferrari 208 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 208 | C |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |