1974 Buick GS vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (237 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 158 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (617 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | E |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2874 mm |
