2001 Ford 49 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2001 Ford 49 is newer by 21 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 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2001 Ford 49. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford 49 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 49 | 380 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
