1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
To start off, both 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 and 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow weights approximately 675 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 380 | Silver Shadow |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 107 L |
