1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | E | Senator |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |