2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 596 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Mercedes-Benz S (405 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Express | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |
