1976 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 Buick Electra. 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | Viano |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |