1977 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 385 kg more than 1977 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Electra | S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 616 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2170 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 |
