1998 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 740 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | 1967 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | E | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
