2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1032 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | E | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2832 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
