2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 27 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (219 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Five Hundred. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Five Hundred | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Five Hundred | 380 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 219 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 71.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |