1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2007 Saleen S7.
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, 2007 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 has automatic transmission and 2007 Saleen S7 has manual transmission. 2007 Saleen S7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saleen |
| Model | 380 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2692 mm |
