2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | E | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |