1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 468 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 208 | E |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
