1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 208 | E |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |