1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1969 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | 380 | GT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
