2007 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 44 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, 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 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |