2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 945 kg more than 1965 Pontiac Catalina.
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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | E | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3080 mm |
