1970 Buick GS vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1970 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
