1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 29 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8.
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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 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 | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | 500 | G8 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4972 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |