2003 Lincoln LS vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2003 Lincoln LS is newer by 23 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 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (219 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln LS weights approximately 145 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lincoln LS. (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln LS | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LS | 380 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 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 | 1685 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
