1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | 500 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4971 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3030 mm |