1973 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 145 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz S | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | S | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3030 mm |