2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 885 kg more than 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. 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, 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser 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 | 1969 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | E | Vista Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3080 mm |