1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (219 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 230 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.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | 380 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
