1978 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 30 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 80 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.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Electra | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | E |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |