1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daimler 4.2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daimler 4.2 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1984 Daimler 4.2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 4.2 | E |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2860 mm |
