1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 124 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | 380 | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |