2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 245 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | E | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |
