1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
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 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 308 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
