1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2010 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 20 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 940 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 144 kg more than 2010 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2010 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1202 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
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1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Zenvo ST1 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Zenvo |
Model | S | ST1 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 1104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 1430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2041 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1198 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3055 mm |