2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 790 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | S | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2950 mm |