1976 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 31 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 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | CLS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 6206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |