1974 Buick GS 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 GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | E |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
