1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 29 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (205 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 541 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tundra. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 380 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
