1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | E |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |