1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
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 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 348 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 65 L |
