1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 4 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 32 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 315 kg more 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 4.2 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 4972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2820 mm |
