2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (362 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 19.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
