1941 Lancia Aprilia vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Lancia Aprilia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Lancia Aprilia would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 has automatic transmission and 1941 Lancia Aprilia has manual transmission. 1941 Lancia Aprilia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Lancia Aprilia | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Aprilia | 380 |
Year Released | 1941 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1486 cc | 3839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 205 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3080 mm |