1999 Mahindra Bolero vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1999 Mahindra Bolero and 1999 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,789 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (72 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. (156 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra Bolero. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1999 Mahindra Bolero has manual transmission. 1999 Mahindra Bolero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mahindra Bolero | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mahindra | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Bolero | S |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1960 kg |