1988 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (405 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mercedes-Benz S | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | S | Senator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |
