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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 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 475 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 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 | 2855 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
