1976 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 R (632 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Estate | R |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 632 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3220 mm |
