2004 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 261 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (301 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | E | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3230 mm |
