2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 29 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 74 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, both vehicles can yield 401 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
