1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 33 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, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 305 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 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 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 | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 380 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |
