1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1997 Tatra T700
To start off, 1997 Tatra T700 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tatra T700 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1997 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tatra |
| Model | E | T700 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |
