1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 30 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (219 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 272 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | 380 | STS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
