2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 | 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | E | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |
