1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (219 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster 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 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | 380 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2970 mm |
