1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 30 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4972 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 821 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |