1983 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 208 | C |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
