1977 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 34 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (360 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | SL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
