2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 22 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 382 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (218 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 235 kg more than 1980 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, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (400 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Le Mans will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Le Mans | 380 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 71.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
