1990 Opel Senator vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Senator has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Senator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Senator | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Opel | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Senator | E |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
