2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon. 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, 2005 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | 380 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 71.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1596 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
