1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (219 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mustang | 380 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
