1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 208 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 1962 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 208 | W 110 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
