1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | E |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
