2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | E | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |