Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238)
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Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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E 300 (Stage 2)
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E 300 (Stage 1)
Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238)
E 300
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.0 s
- Fastest top speed304 km/h189 mph
- Most powerful387 hp289 kW
- Highest torque574 Nm423 lb-ft
- Lightest1,710 kg3,770 lb
- Best power-to-weight226 hp/t169 kW/t4.4 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption8.5 L/100 km27.7 mpg US33.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.5 L/100 km42.8 mpg US51.4 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions150 g/km
- Best estimated range1,000 km621 mi
- Largest trunk425 L
- Best overall score71/100
- Best performance score79/100
- Best economy score89/100
- Best practicality score53/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp |
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| Power | 387hp289kW+129 hp | 335hp250kW+77 hp | 304hp227kW+46 hp | 258hp192kW |
| Torque | 574Nm423lb-ft+204 Nm | 500Nm368lb-ft+130 Nm | 451Nm333lb-ft+81 Nm | 370Nm273lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,710kg3,770lb | 1,710kg3,770lb | 1,710kg3,770lb | 1,710kg3,770lb |
| Gross weight | 2,320kg5,115lb | 2,320kg5,115lb | 2,320kg5,115lb | 2,320kg5,115lb |
| Top speed | 304 km/h 189 mph | 289 km/h 180 mph | 279 km/h 173 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 79.7s99% target: 301 km/h / 187 mph-11.9 s Calculated | 84.9s99% target: 286 km/h / 178 mph-6.8 s Calculated | 88.1s99% target: 276 km/h / 172 mph-3.5 s Calculated | 91.6s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.0s-1.4 s | 5.4s-1.0 s | 5.8s-0.6 s | 6.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 15.3s-8.4 s Calculated | 17.6s-6.1 s Calculated | 19.5s-4.2 s Calculated | 23.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 4.7s-1.3 s Calculated | 5.2s-0.9 s Calculated | 5.5s-0.6 s Calculated | 6.1s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK | 6.6L/100 km35.6mpg US42.8mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 8.5L/100 km27.7mpg US33.2mpg UK | 8.5L/100 km27.7mpg US33.2mpg UK | 8.5L/100 km27.7mpg US33.2mpg UK | 8.5L/100 km27.7mpg US33.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK | 5.5L/100 km42.8mpg US51.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 12.9s-1.5 s Calculated | 13.5s-1.0 s Calculated | 13.8s-0.6 s Calculated | 14.4s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 226hp/t169kW/t103hp/1000 lb Calculated | 196hp/t146kW/t89hp/1000 lb Calculated | 178hp/t133kW/t81hp/1000 lb Calculated | 151hp/t113kW/t68hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 335Nm/t224lb-ft/ton Calculated | 292Nm/t195lb-ft/ton Calculated | 264Nm/t177lb-ft/ton Calculated | 216Nm/t145lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,000km621mi Calculated | 1,000km621mi Calculated | 1,000km621mi Calculated | 1,000km621mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in |
| Length | 4,826mm190in | 4,826mm190in | 4,826mm190in | 4,826mm190in |
| Width | 1,860mm73in | 1,860mm73in | 1,860mm73in | 1,860mm73in |
| Height | 1,430mm56in | 1,430mm56in | 1,430mm56in | 1,430mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,873mm113in | 2,873mm113in | 2,873mm113in | 2,873mm113in |
| Front track | 1,605mm63in | 1,605mm63in | 1,605mm63in | 1,605mm63in |
| Rear track | 1,609mm63in | 1,609mm63in | 1,609mm63in | 1,609mm63in |
| Trunk volume | 425L | 425L | 425L | 425L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 66L | 66L | 66L | 66L |
| CO2 emissions | 150g/km | 150g/km | 150g/km | 150g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 2) 335 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 1) 304 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 258 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | - | 1,800-4,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | - | 1,800-4,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | - | 1,800-4,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp | - | 1,800-4,000 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 4.7 s | 5.2 s | 5.5 s | 6.1 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.0 s | 5.4 s | 5.8 s | 6.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 15.3 s | 17.6 s | 19.5 s | 23.7 s |
| Top speed | 304 km/h 189 mph | 289 km/h 180 mph | 279 km/h 173 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.2 s | 2.3 s | 2.3 s | 2.4 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.7 s | 5.9 s | 6.1 s | 6.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.6 s | 8.9 s | 9.1 s | 9.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.0 s | 11.4 s | 11.7 s | 12.2 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 12.9 s | 13.5 s | 13.8 s | 14.4 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 184 km/h 114 mph | 175 km/h 109 mph | 170 km/h 106 mph | 161 km/h 100 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 387 hp 289 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 335 hp 250 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 304 hp 227 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp | 258 hp 192 kW |
Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp has 129 hp more than Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 258 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 258 hp and Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp: 129 hp (96 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 574 Nm 423 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 500 Nm 368 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 451 Nm 333 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp | 370 Nm 273 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 304 km/h 189 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 289 km/h 180 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 279 km/h 173 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp and Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 258 hp: 1.4 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 2) 335 hp and Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 1) 304 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 226 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 196 hp/t 146 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 178 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp | 151 hp/t 113 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 387 hp 289 kW | 5.0 s | 304 km/h 189 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 335 hp 250 kW | 5.4 s | 289 km/h 180 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 304 hp 227 kW | 5.8 s | 279 km/h 173 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp | 258 hp 192 kW | 6.4 s | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp |
| 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 5.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 5.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.4 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | 226 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | 196 hp/t 146 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | 178 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp | 151 hp/t 113 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 3)387 hp | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 2)335 hp | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300 (Stage 1)304 hp | Mercedes-BenzE-class Coupe (C238)E 300258 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 387 hp 289 kW | 335 hp 250 kW | 304 hp 227 kW | 258 hp 192 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 574 Nm 423 lb-ft | 500 Nm 368 lb-ft | 451 Nm 333 lb-ft | 370 Nm 273 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.0 s | 5.4 s | 5.8 s | 6.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 304 km/h 189 mph | 289 km/h 180 mph | 279 km/h 173 mph | Unrestricted 260 km/h162 mph Restricted 250 km/h155 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb | 1,710 kg 3,770 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km 35.6 mpg US 42.8 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,000 km 621 mi | 1,000 km 621 mi | 1,000 km 621 mi | 1,000 km 621 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 150 g/km | 150 g/km | 150 g/km | 150 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 226 hp/t 169 kW/t 4.4 kg/hp | 196 hp/t 146 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 178 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 151 hp/t 113 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp | Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 2) 335 hp | Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 1) 304 hp | Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 258 hp |
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| Consumption | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK | 6.6 L/100 km35.6 mpg US42.8 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km | 11.55 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi | 18.59 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal | 990 L262 US gal218 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year | 1,733 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 3) 387 hp
- Has 52 hp more
- Has 74 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 15 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 30 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Mercedes-Benz E-class Coupe (C238) E 300 (Stage 2) 335 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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