1970 Buick GS vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (298 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
