1978 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 420 kg more than 1978 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Electra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Electra | R |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3220 mm |
