1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | S |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 799 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3165 mm |