1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (188 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 655 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | R |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4972 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |