1978 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 574 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | S |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3150 mm |