1970 Buick GS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 255 kg more than 1970 Buick GS. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | E |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
