1999 Lincoln Blackwood vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is newer by 19 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Blackwood is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Blackwood weights approximately 150 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lincoln Blackwood (481 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln Blackwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Blackwood | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blackwood | 380 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2820 mm |
