1977 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | E |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |