2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 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 1102 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile 442.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile 442.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | E | 442 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
