2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
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 S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 749 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | S | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3791 cc |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2960 mm |