2007 Ferrari F430 vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari F430 | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F430 | 190 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
