1974 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 925 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Centurion | E |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2860 mm |
