2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,834 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. (283 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (549 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5784 cc | 6834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2870 mm |