1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 31 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 380 | SL |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |