1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ninety-Eight | E |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |