1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200. (173 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 348 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
