1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 208 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
