1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 328 GTS | 180 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |