1976 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 440 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | S |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3165 mm |