1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S | E |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |