1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 807 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 925 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
| Model | E | Agera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 927 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 1100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
