1996 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (219 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. (179 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 290 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Crown Victoria | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 380 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
