1970 Buick GS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Buick GS 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Buick Mercedes-Benz
Model GS C
Year Released 1970 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5724 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 394 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2720 mm