1977 Buick Regal vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | 230 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |