1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 31 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 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 26 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
