1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | E |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
