1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 242 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 380 | E |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3839 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2875 mm |