1998 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 7,410 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. (612 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 282 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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 (848 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7410 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 848 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 325 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1768 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
