1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 109 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 260 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 308 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
