2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (232 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Supra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
